Manufacturing Project Engineer - Cross-Functional Launch Lead

Advantage Technical; Liberty (NC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Liberty, NC is hiring a Project Engineer to coordinate complex project activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will lead planning, track KPIs, manage milestones, and support new product launches, collaborating with engineering, purchasing, facilities, and operations teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, 5+ years of project management or project engineering experience, and travel up to 10% internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of project management or project engineering experience.
• Experience managing capital projects exceeding $500K.
• Strong background in KPI development, reporting, and data analysis.
• Experience creating and maintaining detailed project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, KPI tracking, milestone management, and progress reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, purchasing, facilities, and project management groups.
• Support new product launch activities, pre-production trials, and construction readiness initiatives.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor deadlines, and drive milestone achievement.
• Analyze project risks and lead problem-solving efforts to ensure successful execution.
• Create standardized project reports, dashboards, and visual management tools for leadership.
• Support budget tracking, asset management, shutdown activities, and other special projects.
• Facilitate communication with domestic and international stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

KPI reporting

Schedule management

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional coordination

Travel readiness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Project Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Advantage Technical in Liberty, NC is hiring a Project Engineer to coordinate complex project activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will lead planning, track KPIs, manage milestones, and support new product launches, collaborating with engineering, purchasing, facilities, and operations teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, 5+ years of project management or project engineering experience, and travel up to 10% internationally.